Contracts Manager (PMC-Gas Project in Abu Dhabi)

Technip Energies Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 440,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Contracts Manager for a Gas project in Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing all contractual matters, requiring solid expertise in LSTK Contracts and 20 years of contracts management experience, including 10 years in a leadership position. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of international contracting standards and a proven track record in major oil and gas projects.

Qualifications

• 20 years experience in contracts management, with at least 10 years as a contracts manager on large scale gas and oil projects.
• Proven track record in LSTK contracts and related contractual arrangements.
• Knowledge of International contracting standards (FIDIC).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all contractual and commercial matters for the Gas project.
• Lead the contract management function for the PMC team.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle: preparation, tendering, evaluation, award, execution and close out.

Skills

LSTK Contracts Expertise

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in law, engineering or quantity surveying

Job description

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION

About us :

Technip Energies is a global technology and engineering powerhouse. With leadership positions in LNG, hydrogen, ethylene, sustainable chemistry, and CO2 management, we are contributing to the development of critical markets such as energy, energy derivatives, decarbonization, and circularity. Our complementary business segments, Technology, Products and Services (TPS) and Project Delivery, turn innovation into scalable and industrial reality.

Through collaboration and excellence in execution, our 17,000+ employees across 34 countries are fully committed to bridging prosperity with sustainability for a world designed to last.

T.EN Workforce Solutions (TWS) is a proud member of the Technip Energies (T.EN) family, a premier supplier of proven management, technical and skilled talent recognized for delivering valuable and sustainable personnel solutions to our clients in the energy, infrastructure, commercial, and resources industries. On behalf of our client, we are currently seeking Project Managers with Combined Cycle experience. Must be willing to travel in the US to work on the project site.

T.EN Workforce Solutions (TWS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Technip Energies USA. Established in 2024 to serve as the in-house agency supporting the T.EN X business line with highly skilled PMC personnel, and where appropriate, also serve the remaining Technip Energies business lines within the broader U.S. market. Our focus includes fixed-term project staff, temporary supplemental personnel, W2 consultants, and subject matter experts on an ad-hoc basis.

Opportunity

About the opportunity we offer :

Job Description Contracts Manager (PMC Gas Project)

Position Title : Contracts Manager

Location : Abu Dhabi T.EN office

Duration : 1 Year (Extendable)

Role Summary

The contracts Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all contractual and commercial matters for the Gas project under the PMC framework. The role requires solid expertise in Lump Sum Turnkey (LSTK) Contracts, covering all stages from preparation, tendering, contract award, through execution and close out, ensuring contractual compliance and protecting the clients interest.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the contract management function for the PMC team which means the tendering phase (Q&A database).
• Review and redraft EPC / LSTK contracts, subcontracts, and amendments in compliance with client and project requirements.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle : preparation, tendering, evaluation, award, execution and closer out.
• Ensure EPC Contractors compliance with contractual obligations, scope, schedule, and commercial terms.
• Support tendering strategy, bid evaluations, and recommendation reports.
• Provide guidance on contractual risks, liabilities, and mitigation measures.
• Interface with Project Controls for cost and schedule impacts of contractual changes and we all other PMC Managers.
• Prepare regular reports on contractual status, risks, and issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in law, engineering, quantity surveying or related fields.
• 20 years experience in contracts management, with at least 10 years as a contracts manager on large scale gas and oil EPC and PMC projects.
• Proven track record in LSTK contracts and other types of contractual arrangements related to Preparation, tendering, award, execution, and close-out.
• Knowledge of International contracting standards (FIDIC) and proven experience with Saudi Aramco and Kuwait LSTK Contracts
• Experience in handling claims, disputes, and arbitration.
• Excellent drafting, and communication skills.
• Prior experience in Middle east gas projects highly desirable

Competencies

• Strong leadership, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented
• Technically astute and strategic in thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to focus on details and can work well within a deadline-driven environment

What's next?

Once receiving your application, our Talent Acquisition professionals will screen and match your profile against the role requirements. We ask for your patience as the team completes the volume of applications with reasonable timeframe. Check your application progress periodically via personal account from created candidate profile during your application.

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